Mathura

Mathura,
popularly known as Brij Bhoomi, is the birth place of Lord Krishna. Krishna,
the popular incarnation of Vishnu. This area is a major pilgrimage place for Hindus
and this area is closely linked with many episodes in Krishna early life. A long
stretch of beautiful ghats - with their steps leading to the water's edge, arched
gateways and temple spires extending along the right bank of the River Yamuna,
enhances the sacred character of the town of Mathura. Mathura is today an important
place of pilgrimage, flocked by thousands of pilgrims daily.

Day 02:
Delhi / Mathura ( 147 kms/03.00 hrs )Drive to Mathura city associated
with the most revered of Hindu Gods Lord Krishna ,which is sacred being the birth
place of Lord Krishna. The surroundings Braj Bhoomi iswhere Lord Krishna is supposed
to have grown up. On arrival , check in at hotel. Afternoon visit Vrindavan ,
where Lord Krishna spent his childhood days , played the flutesporting with the
Gopis and where Radhika pined for her lover. Visit the Govind Dev Temple built
in 1590 and a testimony to the architectural splendour of medieval India . Proceed
to Rangaji Temple Vrindavans longest temple constructed in 1851 with a 50 feet
tall Dhwaja Stambha believed to be gold plated. Continue to Madan Mohan Temple
situatednear Kali Ghat , Glass Temple and the Bankey Bihari Temple one of the
oldest temples built in 1921. Overnight at hotel.

Day
03: Mathura /Gokul / Mahavan / Goverdhan / MathuraDrive to Gokul where
Nand Gopal was sheltered in Yashoda Maiyas home in secrecy toescape the wrath
of tyrant Kansha. Also visit Gokul Nath Ji Temple. Proceed to Mahavan believed
to have cradled Lord Krishna. Visit Assi Khambha thetemple dedicated to Mathura
Nath Ji. Continue to Goverdhan where Lord Krishna heldaloft Giriraj , the sandstone
hill on his finger for seven days and nights to protect thepeople of Braj from
the wrath of rain and thunder sent by Indra. Return to Mathura. Overnight hotel.

Day
04: Mathura / Nand Goan / Barsana / MathuraMorning visit Nand Gaon the
house of Lord Krishnas foster father Nand , in whosememory stands the 19th century
temple. A little beyond is Pan Sarovar one of the fourmost celebrated lakes in
Braj. Continue to Barsana the birth place of Radha withtemples in reverence of
Ladliji ( Radha ) . Also visit the water tank Prem Sarovar ,the first meeting
place of Radha Krishna. Overnight at hotel.